Production Scheduler

About the role

The Production Scheduler is responsible for establishing and managing the master production schedule, acting as the central heartbeat of our plant operations. You will work across several internal teams to ensure that projects are ready to be started, material availability is secured, and delivery deadlines are met. This role is critical for optimizing project planning, execution, and controls. You will be the primary link between customer expectations and production availability, ensuring that our manufacturing facilities operate with maximum efficiency and minimal downtime.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the production master schedule to ensure continuous, 24/7 plant operations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project data within the MRP system (Infor Visual Manufacturing).
• Lead daily, weekly, and monthly production review meetings with leadership, highlighting project status, delays, and workforce needs.
• Drive collaboration between Procurement, Materials Management, and Production to ensure lead times and warehouse levels are accurate.
• Monitor and manage the 90-day production outlook, identifying opportunities to refine the scheduling process and improve order fulfillment.
• Generate scheduling and materials reports to identify potential shipment issues, labor requirements, and inventory gaps.
• Identify critical paths and proactively resolve resource conflicts, material shortages, and manufacturing bottlenecks.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in production planning, preferably within metal or electrical manufacturing environments.
• Technical Skills: Solid computer literacy in MS Office and Google Workspace (specifically advanced Excel/Sheets); ability to learn new software quickly.
• System Knowledge: Experience with MRP/ERP software (Oracle, SAP, SAGE, or Infor) is highly preferred.
• Industry Understanding: Strong understanding of material flows and manufacturing processes.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs and stand/walk/bend for 8 hours or more daily.
• Safety and Compliance: This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required. Must be able to pass a background check.

Qualifications

• A highly motivated self-starter with strong analytical skills and a "team player" attitude.
• Bonus Points: Experience with ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems.
• Advanced experience with Infor Visual Manufacturing.

Skills

• Experience with MS Office and Google Workspace (specifically advanced Excel/Sheets).
• Ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience with MRP/ERP software (Oracle, SAP, SAGE, or Infor).
• Strong understanding of material flows and manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Restricted Stock Units
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
• Employer contributions to HSA account
• Paid parental leave
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Mental health & wellness support
• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
• Cell phone stipend
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4%
• Volunteer time off